The martini is a classic cocktail that has been enjoyed for centuries. It is typically made with gin and dry vermouth, and served with an olive or a twist of lemon. The martini on the rocks is a variation of the classic martini, in which the gin and vermouth are served over ice. This results in a more refreshing and flavorful drink that is perfect for a hot summer day or a night out on the town. With so many variations of the martini on the rocks, there is sure to be a recipe that will suit your taste.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
MARTINI ON THE ROCKS
A martini straight up will wilt on a hot day, but on the rocks it's just right.
Provided by Rosie Schaap
Time 2m
Yield 1 drink
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Fill a mixing glass with ice. Pour in gin and vermouth. Stir for 30 seconds, then strain into an old-fashioned glass over fresh ice. Twist the lemon peel over the drink, then drop it in.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 242, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 1 gram, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 0 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 3 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams
MARTINI-ON-THE-ROCKS
Steps:
- Combine the liquid ingredients in a rocks glass filled with a few sizable pieces of ice. Stir briefly, about 5 seconds, to chill. Add an olive or two. Your work is done.
DIRTY MARTINI
This is a Martini for olive lovers. It can be served on the rocks, or chilled.
Provided by SCOTT HOLLERN
Categories Drinks Recipes Cocktail Recipes Vodka Drinks Recipes
Time 1m
Yield 1
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a mixing glass, combine vodka, dry vermouth, brine and olives. Pour into a glass over ice. Either drink on the rocks, or strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 413.7 calories, Carbohydrate 0.6 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 2.8 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 538.4 mg, Sugar 0.2 g
NUTS ON THE ROCKS! OR WALNUT MARTINI
Make and share this Nuts on the Rocks! or Walnut Martini recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Rita1652
Categories Beverages
Time 5m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Place ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake till hand are ice cold. pour into a chilled martini glass.
- OR:.
- Pour in to a Old Fashioned Glass filled with ice and enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 69.4, Sodium 0.3
LEMON DROPS ON THE ROCKS
For a grown-up lemonade, turn to this vodka-spiked version.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Drink Recipes Cocktail Recipes
Yield Makes 6 cups
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine vodka, lemon juice, and sugar, stirring occasionally until sugar dissolves. Transfer to an ice-filled pitcher, add lemon slices, and serve.
- Use high-quality gin and vermouth. This will make a big difference in the taste of your martini.
- Chill your gin and vermouth before using them. This will help to create a smooth, refreshing drink.
- Use a good quality ice. This will help to prevent the martini from becoming diluted.
- Stir the martini gently. Over-stirring will bruise the gin and vermouth, and make the drink cloudy.
- Garnish the martini with a twist of lemon or an olive. This will add a touch of flavor and elegance.
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